Hersheypark Roller Coaster Guide 2024
Overview of the 15 coasters at Pennsylvania's Largest Amusement Park
Calling all coaster conquerors! Hersheypark is THE place to visit for National Roller Coaster Day (August 16) and really every day to get your thrill on. The largest amusement park in Pennsylvania is home to 15 mild to wild coasters, with one of the most iconic lineups in the country.
Read on to learn about the history and unique ride experiences of the 14 roller coasters and 1 water coaster at Hersheypark and take a virtual ride on each of them.
Comet (1946)
Located in The Hollow Region
Comet is the oldest continuously operating roller coaster at Hersheypark and the last to be purchased by Mr. Hershey. When first constructed, Comet was the largest roller coaster in the United States. It was initially painted green as Milton S. Hershey preferred his rides this color to blend into the scenery and atmosphere of the Park. It is now painted white.
The classic wooden coaster is best known for delighting generations of riders of Reese's height category (42-48") and above with several airtime-producing bunny hills. During its 1-minute and 45-second ride, the coaster climbs 96 feet and reaches a top speed of 50 miles per hour along 3,360 feet of track.
In spring 2024, Comet received a new out-of-this-world train design and new seats for the next generation of riders.
Trailblazer (1974)
Located in the Pioneer Frontier Region
Celebrating 50 years in 2024, Trailblazer is the second-oldest running coaster in the Park. It is a family favorite and often one of the first coaster rides for young guests of the KISSES height category (36-42") and above. Trailblazer features a helix that circles four times and reaches a maximum speed of 45 MPH during the 75-second ride.
At its opening, Trailblazer was the first major coaster to be added to Hersheypark in 18 years. Kicking off the Park's expansion of Pioneer Frontier, it was the first attraction at Hersheypark to be themed entirely.
sooperdooperLooper (1977)
Located in The Hollow Region
When it opened in 1977, the sooperdooperLooper was the first modern looping coaster on the East Coast and only the second of its kind in the United States. Over the years, it has served as the first-ever “upside-down” coaster ride for many young Hersheypark guests.
Riders of Reese's height category (42-48") and above experience a family-friendly course of small dips, drops, bunny hills and the famous vertical loop throughout the nearly two-minute ride. The classic steel coaster features a ride height of 57 feet and a maximum speed of 45 MPH. As a souvenir, riders can purchase an “I Survived the sooperdooperLooper” shirt - the most popular shirt ever sold at Hersheypark.
Great Bear (1998)
Located in the Kissing Tower Hill Region
Feel the roar of Great Bear, the only inverted roller coaster at Hersheypark! The popular roller coaster is known for its signature roaring bear noise from the wheels' vibration resonating against the hollow track beams. Great Bear lifts riders of Twizzlers height category (54-60") and above with their feet dangling 90 feet off the ground and launches into a thrilling yet graceful course of drops, loops, corkscrews, and a zero-g roll while reaching a maximum speed of 61 MPH!
Wild Mouse (1999)
Located in the Midway America Region
Thrill-squeakers agree that Wild Mouse is a can't-miss coaster at Hersheypark. It is the only roller coaster at Hersheypark to never stop! Riders of Hershey's height category (48-54") and above experience the wild illusion of falling, as the coaster scurries through a course of tight corners, exciting drops, and six 180-degree hairpin switchback turns during the nearly 2-minute ride. The best part? it is open for all four seasons, weather and maintenance permitting!
Lightning Racer (2000)
Located in the Midway America Region
The race is on between thunder and lightning! Lightning Racer was the first wooden racing and dueling roller coaster in the United States when it opened nearly 25 years ago!
The double-track wooden roller coaster features two staggered lifts, so riders of Hershey's height category (48-54") and above experience race against each other. Throughout the 1-minute, 20-second ride, Lightning Racer reaches a maximum speed of 50 MPH for a thrilling element of competition. Although you see lightning before you hear thunder, the winner of Lightning Racer is primarily based on the weight of each train.
Storm Runner (2004)
Located in the Pioneer Frontier Region
"Now get ready, here we go!" Storm Runner hydraulically launches riders of Twizzlers height category (54-60") and above from 0 to 72 mph in only two seconds, lifting them 18 stories straight up and then down. The coaster exerts more than 8,000 horsepower - quicker than the world’s fastest vehicle.
During the 1-minute ride, the one-of-a-kind coaster takes riders through a thrilling 135-foot cobra loop, barrel rolls, a dramatic flying snake dive, and a screeching halt before slowly gliding back into the station. Storm Runner is the first coaster to have a dual-loading station with switch tracks, allowing for quick transitions between rides.
Fahrenheit (2008)
Located in the Pioneer Frontier Region
It's 97 degrees and falling fast! Fahrenheit is the steepest coaster in Hersheypark with a 97-degree negative drop following a 90-degree, 121-foot ascent. Eiders of Twizzlers height category (54-60") and above fly through a memorable course of loops, corkscrews, dives, and plenty of thrilling airtime, as they reach a maximum speed of 58 MPH, which is faster than a lion.
Skyrush (2012)
Located in The Hollow Region
Voted one of the top 10 coasters in the United States by USA TODAY 10Best, Skyrush is the ultimate roller coaster for thrill seekers. Riders of Twizzlers height category (54-60") and above take a First Class flight 200 feet into the air before flying downhill at 75 MPH. The coaster features four high-speed turns and five zero-G airtime hills along 3,600 feet of yellow track over Spring Creek.
Supports to hold the force of Skyrush down were drilled up to 120 feet into the ground - the same height as the tallest drop on Fahrenheit.
In spring 2024, Skyrush upgraded its flight to first class with all-new seats and restraints. Passengers now board Skyrush from a reimagined station platform featuring an all-new paint scheme, lighting effects and custom soundscape. The investment in the high-thrill attraction provides coaster lovers with added comfort while experiencing the adrenaline rush they know and crave.
Cocoa Cruiser (2014)
Located in the Founder's Way Region
Cocoa Cruiser is a steel family roller coaster at Hersheypark that allows the youngest guests of KISSES height category (36-42") and above to experience a sweet coaster thrill for the first time. Parents can experience a fun milestone alonside their child as they race around the bright yellow track for two fun-filled minutes.
Laff Trakk (2015)
Located in the Midway America Region
Themed after traditional American funhouses, Laff Trakk was the first indoor spinning glow-coaster in the United States. It spins riders of Reese's height category (42-48") and above through an exciting adventure of sights and sounds complete with glimpses of colorful characters, a dizzying hall of mirrors and more.
During Hersheypark Halloween, Laff Trakk is completely dark all day, each operating day for a unique experience for the ultimate thrill seekers.
Breakers Edge (2018)
Located in The Boardwalk At Hersheypark
Breakers Edge Water Coaster combines everything guests love about water attractions with a coaster experience. Located in the water park, the first HydroMAGNETIC coaster at Hersheypark rockets riders of Reese's height category (42-48") and above on rafts through thrilling splash-filled hills, intense open-air FlyingSAUCER turns and high-speed tunnels.
Candymonium (2020)
Located in the Hershey's Chocolatetown Region
Candymonium spans seven acres along 4,636 feet of chocolate-brown track inside Hershey's Chocolatetown region at the front of Hersheypark. The hypercoaster features a lift height of 210 feet and a maximum speed of 76 MPH - making it the tallest and fastest roller coaster in Hersheypark. Riders of Twizzler's height category (54-60") and above will experience seven camelback hills and a 123-degree hammerhead curve that serve up the ultimate feeling of freedom with the most airtime in the Park. The finishing touch is an impressive panoramic banked curve that wraps around the iconic Kisses Fountain.
The out-and-back-style coaster is open for all four seasons, weather and maintenance permitting!
Jolly Rancher Remix (2022)
Located in the Pioneer Frontier Region
In 2022, the Hersheypark skyline got brighter with Jolly Rancher Remix. Formerly known as Sidewinder, the reimagined boomerang roller coaster that takes guests on a flavor ride by sending them and their senses forward and back on the same flavorful track during all four seasons, weather and maintenance permitting.
Riders of Hershey’s height category (48”) and above blast through the flavor tunnel, invert six times in 90 seconds and jam to sweet tunes. Each ride is different with five randomized flavor rides like Watermelon or Green Apple, complete with unique music, lights and scents for an only-in-Hershey sensory experience.
Wildcat's Revenge (2023)
Located in the Midway America Region
Wildcat is back, and seeking vengeance. Wildcat's Revenge hybrid coaster opened to the public in June 2024, 100 years after the first Wild Cat roller coaster debuted at Hersheypark. Manufactured by Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC), Wildcat's Revenge combines the best of wood and steel by adding an all-new steel track with unique elements to the wooden framework for a one-of-a-kind thrilling ride experience found only at Hersheypark. It is the first hybrid coaster at Hersheypark and the first of its kind in Pennsylvania.
Riders of Hershey’s height category (48”) and above climb a 140-foot hill, hit a maximum speed of 62 PMH, dive into an 82-degree drop, invert four times and stalk their prey through the World's Largest Underflip on three custom trains.
Wildcat's Revenge received the prestigious Golden Ticket Award for Best New Coaster of 2023. It was also named one of the top new attractions of 2023 by USA Today 10Best.
Ride the 15 Coasters
Have you braved all 15 coasters at Hersheypark yet? If so, then you've experienced over 38,928 feet of track and over 25 minutes of coaster-riding bliss!
There is still time to plan a visit this summer to get your coaster credits. Guests can save big on 1-day summer tickets when purchasing on Hersheypark.com with the current Last Splash of Summer Sale. The tickets are valid through September 8, 2024, and include three parks in one with more than 70 rides, The Boardwalk water park (open daily through September 2) and ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park when entering the Zoo from the bridge inside Hersheypark during posted Park hours.